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Sid Jacobson JCC continues to provide services for our community, from birth through the frail senior years, while never turning anyone away due to their inability to pay. The harsh reality of today’s world is that we all must do more. We must reach deeper for the funds to keep our programs going; those who rely on us truly have no where else to turn. It is our obligation, now more than ever, to give as much assistance as possible. Could you truly turn your back on someone in need? The JCC will not ... even when we are stretched to the limit.
A Message From Board President Dr. Eric Donnenfeld
We Need You To Become Involved. Your Support Is Vital In Making A Difference.
Imagine your child
struggling to communicate their simplest needs and wants. - sitting at home alone every afternoon because he or she doesn’t have the ability to make friends while other children are playing ball or video games together.
A new case of autism is diagnosed every 20 minutes-making it the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in America. If the pace of this disorder continues, autism could reach 4 million Americans in the next 10 years. Despite autism’s far reach, insurance companies still deny families coverage for necessary programs – costing them up to $6,000 out-of-pocket each month.
Autism is for life and there is no cure. Autism makes it painfully difficult for children to feel like an active participant in the world around them, and robs children of their ability to express themselves and to understand themselves and others.
Without community supported programs like Sid Jacobson JCC’s specialized programs for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum disorders and other developmental delays, many Long Island families would be hard-pressed to provide their child with essential therapeutic activities.
The New York Center for Autism has provided training that allows Sid Jacobson JCC staff to implement the new BOOST! program. This highly structured program teaches children and teens social and communication skills to help live in a world designed for typical people like you and me.
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Watch the heartwarming story of two special needs children and their families as they grow and learn through Sid Jacobson JCC.
Participate In Our Future
Together We Hold The Winning Hand
Dearest Friend,
Sid
Jacobson JCC continues to provide services for our community, from
birth through the frail senior years, while never turning anyone away
due to their inability to pay.
The harsh reality of today's world is that we all must do more. We must reach deeper for the funds to keep our programs going; those who rely on us truly have no where else to turn.
It
is our obligation, now more than ever, to give as much assistance as
possible. Could you truly turn your back on someone in need? The JCC
will not ... even when we are stretched to the limit.
"My son has autism-he had never uttered a word. After three weeks of music therapy he called me Daddy--for the first time" -Mr. G
"My
daughter
is so excited to be part of a real swim class. She is finally learning
the important skills that she will have for the rest of her
life."
-Mrs. J
"Our family would be lost without the care the Friendship Circle offers our mother; Alzheimer's disease could have ravaged our family but the JCC has helped us stay together." -Mr. & Mrs. Y
"Being involved in the JCC community has always been a part of our family's life- we had no idea that we would need services other than the Fitness Center; losing my job of 25 years was never part of the plan. Plans change and the JCC is helping our family through this with supportive counseling and employment services." -Mr. & Mrs. Z
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The
decision you make right now will impact many lives. We sincerely hope
that by sharing these stories, you will see how critical your generous
donation is to our community. The demand for services has increased;
the community cannot afford for us to cut programs. Don't sit this one out! Your help is needed to sustain the important programs that mean so much to so many. Your meaningful gift will help countless individuals in our JCC community to live life! Please give generously! |
Lets Make A Difference
Matching Gifts
If your company has a matching gift program you may be able to increase your gift by at least 100%.
Four Simple Steps for Doubling Your Gift:
- Find out if your company has matching gifts.
- Obtain a matching gift form from your benefit office.
- Complete the donor portion and send it to the JCC.
- The JCC will complete its portion of the form and send it to your company.
Stock Transfer
If you wish to make a gift to the JCC or pay off a pledge, please notify the Development office of your intention to do so by means of a stock transfer. It is important to notify us prior to every stock transaction to ensure that you have the most current information to accurately facilitate the transfer successfully. Your notification allows us to accurately identify, designate and acknowledge your gift in a timely manner.
Individual Giving
The JCC is committed to enriching the lives of people in our community. Partner with us and make a gift so that we can fulfill our mission -- to provide outstanding programs and services for families in all stages of their lives. The JCC is open to everyone regardless of faith or background, and no one is ever turned away for lack of ability to pay.
Join us with a gift to the annual fund or by participation in a special event.
- Let's Do LunchTM - a one-of-a-kind program, in the Lets Do ... SeriesTM, designed for individuals under the age of 60 who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia. Newly added are support services for well spouses and children of participants.
- Comprehensive Cancer Wellness Center - a full service program for cancer survivors incorporating use of our fitness center, counseling and resource center.
- Alternative School Break - an alternative vacation program for high schoolers to participate in community services in locations such as New Orleans, Argentina and Jamaica.
- Camp Kehilla Kayf - a sleepaway camp for pre-teens and teens with special needs including autism and developmental delays.
- Music, Drama & Art Therapies - uses appropriate modalities to communicate with individuals who have developmental delays, autism, speech delays, Down's syndrome, Alzheimer's and psychiatric disorders.
- Special Needs Swim - Group swimming lessons for children 5-11 years old with special needs.
We need your support... You will make a difference!
Endowments and Planned Giving
Leave A Legacy
Endowments and Naming Opportunities
By endowing a scholarship or naming a facility or program, you join with us in securing the future of the JCC and all of the people we serve. Many of our social-service programs require ongoing support. You are the Community in JCC.
Planned Giving
Giving through bequests and estate planning is a wonderful opportunity to leave a legacy that enables us to continue the good works of Sid Jacobson JCC now and for future generations. In some circumstances, you may obtain an immediate charitable tax deduction and reduce your estate tax. You benefit while helping us expand our quality programs, enrich lives and provide for those who cannot provide for themselves.
Your gift is applied to the
purpose you specify, benefiting the JCC, just as you intend
it to. We are able to guarantee the future of our programs that enhance the
quality of life for our children, elderly and community. Your support is
vitally important to help us continue to fulfill our mission.
Be our partner. Make a difference.
Beverly Gelb, Director of Philanthropic Initiatives, 516-484-1545, ext. 133, bgelb@sjjcc.org
